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Harvester Community is transforming along with greater Fort Wayne
Harvester Community, a small residential neighborhood of about 500 homes in southeast Fort Wayne, was established in 1923 to coincide with the opening of the International Harvester plant. The company manufactured agricultural and construction vehicles and anchored the city’s economy for the next 60 years. The plant was named “The Heavy-Duty Truck Capitol of the World” and produced more than 1.5 million trucks during its tenure.
The old Scout factory, which produced one of the country’s earliest sports utility vehicles from 1960 to 1980, still stands beside the neighborhood on Coliseum Boulevard, one of Fort Wayne’s thoroughfares. Today, the former International Harvester plant at 2911 Meyer Road has been purchased and repurposed. The Harvester complex leases to various industrial and county governments. Discussions within Allen County regarding potential future development on the 150-acre campus are ongoing.
Ideas under consideration include a new Allen County jail and a 300,000-square-foot county government complex. Thanks to this rapid redevelopment and expansion, residents can still find stable employment close to home. Jack Fitzgerald, a real estate agent with eXp Realty for more than five years says, “I would say that Harvester Community is an up-and-coming neighborhood for sure. A lot of the homes have been updated. And while more jobs are created in the area, we’ll continue to see upgrades and renovations.”
Early 20th-century small homes draw first-time homebuyers and investors
Harvester Community’s homes consist almost exclusively of single-family properties built between 1920 and 1950. Perhaps the most notable features of homes here are their varied 20th-century styles and personalized details. Foursquare homes show off renovated side porches, while two-story traditional homes are often upgraded with thermal windows, renovated wood floors and repurposed garages. According to Fitzgerald, a lifelong resident of Fort Wayne, “In general, the neighborhood is made up of young families and young couples because the housing fits their lifestyle. The comparative home values have made the neighborhood more attractive in recent years. It’s also a pretty quiet neighborhood, which buyers appreciate.”
Two-bedroom ranch-style homes have recently sold for about $50,000 to $80,000, depending on condition. Two-story Colonial-influenced homes have sold for about $74,000 to about $160,000. Randy Harvey, a Realtor with Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group and a Fort Wayne real estate agent for more than 40 years, said, “Most homes in Harvester Community are owner-occupied, which attests to the strength of the surrounding community. But there are rental homes which are great for investors or buyers who enjoy renovating old homes.”
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Local parks and Fort Wayne Children’s Zoo provide more than sights
McCormick Park and the adjoining Rea Park, which together occupy about three city blocks, are within the neighborhood and include open space, playgrounds, pavilions and walking paths. A small water park highlights the children’s playscapes. While Fort Wayne Children’s Zoo is 6 miles northeast of Harvester Community, it is a popular spot for families. It not only offers summer and holiday camps but gained national attention in September 2024 with the birth of a baby giraffe.
Go for a nice walk at McCormick Park in Fort Wayne.
Shoot hoops on the basketball courts at McCormick Park in Fort Wayne.
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Fort Wayne Community Schools offer school choice lotteries
Students in Harvester Community can attend Fort Wayne Community Schools (FWCS). They are assigned to a school based on their address. Families may also choose a school outside their attendance area by filling out a school-choice lottery application.
Students in Harvester Community may attend Adams Elementary, which receives a C-grade from Niche and offers prekindergarten through fifth grade. Blackhawk Middle receives a B-minus grade from Niche and dates back to its founding in 1972. Niche gives R. Nelson Snider High a B-grade. The Snider High Panthers won the 2023 IHSAA Class 5A football state championship, the third state title in the program’s history.
Realtor Harvey said, “In addition to FWCS, several faith-based schools are nearby. Indiana offers a publicly funded voucher system, so parents of school-aged children can apply for subsidies if they’re interested in alternates to public schools.”
Adams Elementary School is a public school in Fort Wayne.
Blackhawk Middle School is a public school serving kids grades 6-8, located in Fort Wayne.
R Nelson Snider High School is a public school in Fort Wayne.
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Homecoming, hockey, hits and harvesting are big events
Since 2019, Harvester Homecoming has taken place at the International Harvester Building next door to the community. The festival draws thousands who are treated to hundreds of historic vehicles and memorabilia displays. The building recently was named one of the state’s most endangered landmarks. Local citizens and government officials are promising the development of a Harvester Museum, to open around 2026. Close to home along Coliseum Boulevard is Allen County War Memorial Coliseum, the city’s premier sports and entertainment venue. A big draw is the Fort Wayne Komets, a minor-league hockey team that has been a community staple since 1952. The venue also hosts concerts, the Johnny Appleseed Festival and MMA Fight Shows.
Harvester Community’s overall CAP Index crime score is 6 (on a scale of 1 to 10), while a score of 4 is the U.S. average. However, it scores a 7 for violent crimes.
Citilink buses serve Greater Fort Wayne and Harvester Community
Citilink buses serve Greater Fort Wayne, and they partner with Greyhound to provide extended services to residents. Residents of Harvester Community can access Citilink buses at regular stops along New Haven Avenue and Wayne Trace. Fort Wayne International Airport is 10 miles southwest of the neighborhood and offers non-stop flights to 13 U.S. destinations, including Chicago, Atlanta, Dallas and Minneapolis.
Fort Wayne’s history and ambition inspire local businesses
Buyers who love to renovate old homes will find a treasure trove of discoveries at family-owned recent startup Reclaimed Fort Wayne, from mantles, light fixtures and furniture to essentials including door knobs and transom window inserts. Echoing Fort Wayne Mayor Tom Henry’s 2023 Climate Action and Adaptation Plan, environmental startups are gaining attention in Harvester Community. Dirt Wayne, another locally owned startup, offers door-to-door composting services to residents in and around Harvester Community.
Mi Tierra Supermarket offers groceries and staples on New Haven Avenue and is known for having fresh produce and meat. Breakfast is always on the menu at nearby Lakeside Café. Birrieria La Cabana’s brightly painted corner location at New Haven Avenue and Lumbard Street draws diners in for tacos and beef birria. Residents also easily access retail and dining options along the Coliseum Boulevard corridor. “Being close to Coliseum Boulevard is definitely a benefit,” says Fitzgerald. “You’re within 10 minutes of anything you need. There’s grocery stores, restaurants and a lot of shopping close by.” Lowe’s anchors a small retail center about 2 miles north of the neighborhood, and JCPenney and P.F. Chang’s highlight a variety of stores at the Glenbrook Shopping Center, about 5 miles northwest.
Go to Mi Tierra Suppermarket in Harverster Community for a delicious ice cream treat.
Lakeside Cafe in Fort Wayne is a great restaurant to eat with family and friends.
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Parks in this Area
Memorial Park
McCormick Park
McMillen Park
Baseball/Softball
Golf
Pool
River Greenway
Bike Trails
Trails
Hiking
Daryl B. Cobin Memorial Park
Baseball/Softball
Parking Lot
Sieling Park
Transit
Airport
Fort Wayne International
23 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Harvester Community
US
Homicide
7
4
Sexual Assault
6
4
Assault with Weapon
7
4
Robbery
7
4
Burglary
6
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
6
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Harvester Community Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Harvester Community, Fort Wayne sell after 29 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Harvester Community, Fort Wayne over the last 12 months is $89,000, up 21% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,167
Median Age
36
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
26.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
13.7%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$55,142
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$59,033
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
76.1%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
9.2%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
0%
% Population in Labor Force
58.4%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
39''
Average Winter Low Temperature
19°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
28''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
26/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
22/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
25/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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